6.2.1 General check
Object
Grips (Fig. 1.F, Fig.
1.G, Fig. 1.I)
Cutting means guard.
(Fig. 1.E.1, Fig. 1.E.2)
Harness connection
point (Fig. 1.K)
Quick release
(Fig.
20.A.3,
Fig.
20.B.3,
Fig.
20.C.4)
Screws on the machine
and the cutting means
Cutting means (Fig. 1.D.1,
Fig.1.D.2, Fig. 1.D.3 )
Metal blade (if fitted)
(Fig.1.D.2, Fig. 1.D.3)
Air filter (Fig. 29.C)
Electrical cables and
spark plug cable
Spark plug cap (Fig. 19.H) In good condition
6.2.2 Machine operating test
Action
Start the machine
(section 6.3 );
Simultaneously activate
the throttle control lever
(Fig. 19.B) and throttle
safety lever (Fig. 19.C).
Release the throttle
control lever (Fig. 19.B)
and the throttle safety
lever (Fig. 19.C)
Press the accelerator
control lever (Fig. 19.B)
Operate the engine start/
stop switch (Fig. 19.A)
If any of the results fail to match the
indications provided in the tables below, it is
not possible to use the machine! Take it to a
service centre to be checked and repaired if
necessary.
Result
Clean, dry and fixed
firmly to the machine.
Suitable for the cutting
means used, correctly
and securely attached to
the machine, not worn/
deteriorated or damaged.
Correctly positioned
Efficient. It must allow the
machine to be released
quickly in case of danger.
Correctly tightened
(not loose)
Not damaged or worn.
Well sharpened
Clean
In good condition to
avoid causing sparks.
and correctly fitted
on the spark plug
Result
The cutting means (Fig.
1.D.1, Fig. 1.D.2, Fig.
1.D.3) must not move
when the engine is idling.
They must be able
to move freely
without forcing.
The levers must return
automatically and quickly
to the neutral position
and the engine must
return to idle speed.
The throttle lever remains
locked (Fig. 19.B).
The switch must
move easily from one
position to another.
6.3 START-UP
Before starting the engine:
1. arrange the machine in a stable position on
the ground;
2. remove the cutting means guard (Fig. 1.M) (if
used);
3. make sure that the blade (Fig. 1.D.2, Fig.
1.D.3) (if used) does not touch the ground or
other objects.
6.3.1 Cold start
"Cold" start means starting performed at
least 5 minutes after stopping the engine or
after refuelling.
IMPORTANT
transmission tube must not be used as a support
for hands or knees during start-up.
IMPORTANT To avoid breakage, do not pull the
rope along its entire length, do not slide it along
the edge of the guide hole and release the knob
gradually to prevent it rewinding in an uncontrolled
way
1. Make sure that the switch (Fig.19.A) is in
position "I".
2. only for models with choke:
the choke, moving the lever to "B" position
(Fig. 19.E).
3. Press the primer control button (Fig. 19.F) 10
times to facilitate carburettor ignition. Make
sure the hole is covered by your finger when
you press the command.
4. Hold the machine firmly on the ground, with
one hand on the drive unit, to avoid losing
control of it when starting (Fig. 21).
5. Slowly pull the starter knob by 10-15 cm,
until you feel a certain resistance, and then
pull again a few times until you hear the first
combustions.
6. only for models with choke:
Disengage the choke, moving the lever to "A"
position (Fig. 19.E).
7. Pull the starter knob again until the engine is
properly switched on.
8. Operate the throttle lever briefly (Fig.
and set the engine to idle.
9. Allow the engine to idle for at least 1 minute
before using the machine.
IMPORTANT If the starter rope knob is operated
repeatedly, the engine may choke and start up
may become difficult.
If the engine floods in this way, see section 14.
EN - 11
To prevent deformation, the
Engage
19.B)